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100+ Game of Thrones Dog Names: Ideas for Medieval & Noble Dogs

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By Nicole Cosgrove

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For those of us who truly appreciate a great fantasy novel and are as passionate about these storylines as we are about our pups, a name inspired by the Game of Thrones might just be what you have been searching for.

Transformative and captivating, both your pup and GOT are able to hold their audience’s attention, keep them interested and entertained for hours, and leave them wanting more when they are no longer around.

We have gathered the most popular names inspired by this unique series and set them up in an easy to navigate guide. There are top names for males and females, ideas generated from the places, suggestions based around the most important families, and of course, the names of the notable pets throughout the series.

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Female Game of Thrones Dog Names

  • Nymeria Sand
  • Olenna Redwyne
  • Sarella Sand
  • Anya Waynwood
  • Alerie Hightower
  • Cassana Estermont
  • Obara Sand
  • Lysa Arryn
  • Alannys Harlaw
  • Selyse Florent
  • Catelyn Tuley
  • Talisa Maegyr
  • Jorah Mormont
  • Mellario of Norvos
  • Tyene Sand

Male Game of Thrones Dog Names 

  • Khal Drogo
  • Petyr “Littlefinger” Baelish
  • Tormund Giantsbane
  • Melisandre
  • Daario Naharis
  • Jaqen H’ghar
  • Grey Worm
  • Davos Seaworth
  • Sallador Saan
  • Bronn
  • Roose Bolton
  • Robin Arryn
  • High Sparrow
  • Yohn Royce
  • Sandor Clegane
  • Gillu
  • Jeor Mormont
  • Samwell Tarly

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Game of Thrones Dog Names Inspired by the Landmarks & Places

The places created for the series include a world of beauty, heartbreak, poverty, wealth, love, scandal – you name it’s in there! The best part about these influential landmarks and areas, they all double as pretty cool and unique names for our pups!

  • Westeros
  • East
  • Erie
  • Westerlands
  • Braavos
  • Essos
  • Winterfell
  • Stormlands
  • Vale
  • Dorne
  • North
  • Journeys
  • Dothraki Sea
  • West
  • Reach
  • Sothoryos
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Game of Thrones Dog Names Inspired by the House Families

The families depicted in this series offer up a wealth of traits and your pup is sure to relate to one of them. Below we have listed the most iconic, brave, sweet, and even a few sinister characters from the most notorious families for you to consider.

House Stark

  • Rickard
  • Arya
  • Benjen
  • Robb
  • Sansa
  • Brandon
  • Bran
  • Lyanna
  • Jon Snow
  • Eddard
  • Rickon

House Targaryen

  • Aemon
  • Duncan
  • Aegon
  • Aerion
  • Daeron
  • Rhaella
  • Aerys
  • Rhaegar
  • Daenerys
  • Viserys
  • Rhaenys

House Lannister

  • Tytos
  • Dorna
  • Kevan
  • Tywin
  • Cersei
  • Jamie
  • Tyrion
  • Joanna
  • Lancel
  • Willem
  • Martyn

House Martell

  • Lewyn
  • Doran
  • Trystane
  • Oberyn
  • Ella

House GreyJoy

  • Balon
  • Alannys
  • Euron
  • Aeron
  • Theon
  • Yara
  • Maron
  • Rodrik

House Baratheon

  • Steffon
  • Robert
  • Stannis
  • Selyse
  • Renly
  • Shireen
  • Tommen
  • Gendry
  • Myrcella
  • Joffrey

House Tyrell

  • Luthor
  • Margaery
  • Loras
  • Mace
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Pet & Beasts Names from Game of Thrones 

Although they may not have had the biggest roles in the books, there were a few pet characters that, for the die-hard fan, might just pose as the perfect name for a new dog! We have also included notable animals and beasts featured throughout the storyline – all excellent, yet subtle hints at the series.

  • Manticore
  • Direwolf
  • Drogon
  • Beast
  • Wight
  • Lady
  • Ghost
  • Walker
  • Krakens
  • Grey Wind
  • Shadow
  • Nymeria
  • Shaggydog
  • Wun Wun
  • Dragon
  • Summer
  • Rhaegal
  • Viserion
  • Raven

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Finding the Right Game of Thrones Name for Your Dog

There are quite a few names to consider when you think about the many characters in Game of Thrones. Deciding on a great match for your pup should be a fun experience – this maybe even reminded how great of a series GOT truly was.

We hope that you were able to find the right inspiration while reading through our list of Game of Thrones-inspired dog names. Whether you’ve chosen a noble character, memorable place, or interesting thing – we are sure your pup will be happy to know they’ll be safe indoors when winter comes!

If these names weren’t quite right for your new furry friend, check out one of our other popular name posts links below:


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